Are you in need of a campground near Government Camp, OR? Government Camp is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Discover great camping spots near Government Camp, reviewed by campers like you.
$26 - $100 / night
"Just learned you can rent a canoe in Government Camp and they’ll drop it at the lake for you. It is kind of expensive- you have to really want that canoe ride."
"The best feature though, is the easy access to the trails and fishing at Trillium Lake, and proximity to Mt. Hood."
$44 - $125 / night
"I have kind of a love/hate thing going on for Lost Lake Campgrounds.
Pros: It is beautiful. There's a reason it's one of Oregon's most photographed sites."
"Lost Lake Resort & Campground is somewhere we go at least once each summer. It has that nostalgic summer-camp vibe. A little more spendy than your typical Oregon campsite, but serene and private."
"Up at the base of Mt Hood, this large resort style campground (operates by Thousand Trails/Encore) offers various areas for camping."
"There is a playground onsite for those with children and plenty of bike paths and walking paths to keep you busy."
"It's at a really great location as it's 3 minutes to Little Zig Zag Falls path also fairly close to Government Camp"
"It was convenient to Government Camp and Portland, and the view was great. I imagine on a nice weekend- this could be very busy and full."
$26 - $28 / night
"The campground pros were its proximity to Clear Lake, the huge campsites, and it was not very crowded. We absolutely loved clear lake and it was great for paddleboarding,swimming, and fishing."
"I highly recommend this campground as it is beautiful and tucked back off 26 far enough that you don't hear the highway."
$26 - $28 / night
"We stayed here as Trillium Lake was full."
"Small lake. Good for swimming and kayaking. Watching osprey. I walked around the lake, although there really isn't a trail. '
Wonderful views of Mt Hood."
$25 - $27 / night
"Intimate & quiet little campground close to Portland. Little crater lake is beautiful and a quick walk from the campsite. The PCT is a minute or two walk from the lake."
"Little Crater Lake Campground is a small loop with varied sites. We stayed in #7, which is nestled in the interior of the loop and provides a lot of space and moderate privacy."
$22 - $28 / night
"The campsite itself is near a beautiful lake, Timothy Lake. There are plenty of campsites that are on the edge of the lake, which is one of my favorite parts about this campground."
"Great spot on Timothy lake to hang out, drink a beer, and not have to deal with the crowds at a day use area.
The walk-in sites are a little close together, but that’s expected at most campgrounds."
"Easy to find and lots of space so you won’t be directly next to someone else. Trillium Lake in walking distance. Next supermarket 8min drive away."
"Ample amount of room as we arrived around 9pm or so. We saw so many stars too :)"
$23 - $54 / night
"Campground Review
Midway between Welches and Government Camp, I picked Camp Creek as a my Mt."
"Hood/Government Camp. Spots are decent sized, including some doubles (to share with friends), and lots of trees and greenery between spots."
GuideAbsolutely loved the spot. There were about three sites. I believe from what I saw. I stayed at the first site when you first get there back there on the right hand side. It's a short hike down to the creek. It looks like there might be two walk-in campsites as well and I believe there might be one if you walk across the Creek. It's very close to trapper Creek trailhead and there is a vault toilet there. Minimal bugs didn't get any bug bites and it was in the '90s while I was there. Very little traffic. Not far from the highway just in case of emergencies. Absolutely no cell service. You must have a Northwest Forest pass or America the beautiful pass. Forest service does drive through there frequently to check
GuideAt the top of a mountain with gorgeous views of Mt. Hood and all the other mountains and valleys below.
ScoutLots of open camping spots that you can drive into without even leaving asphalt. Short distance from Timothy lake. There are established fire rings and some debris from other campers. We had no neighbors on a busy weekend in June though. Would recommend for any trying to camp next to their car without reservations.
TravelerAbsolutely amazing lake. Lots of hiking trails near by. Fishing and boating are a must if you can get out here. Beautiful place
GuideThis campground is right on the river which provides a peaceful and scenic atmosphere. There are showers with hot water and good pressure. Host was friendly. The major downfall was that our camp was infested with flies and earwigs which did not provide a good experience. Train does come by often but I knew that before. We stayed in the T loop in our truck camper, no hookups in this loop. But they have them in the A loop.
GuideWe ended up staying here overnight before we hiked the waterfall loop the next morning. No one said anything even though it’s for day use only. In total our camper was parked here for 15+ hrs. It’s noisy with the freeway and train close by.
GuideOne of my all time favorite places to visit. warm days cool nights and the river ever flowing outside your rig. Only a few spaces so not over crowed. Pit toilet near by. No potable water. Sometimes the winds can be a bit high so secure your tied downs.
RangerSimple RV park with access to everything. The river is right there, bike trails, grass area, walk to town, everything. Prices are great in an area that doesn’t have a ton of choices for RV’s (Oregon City).
RangerSurprised we were able to snag a spot here on Memorial Day weekend! Drove in Sunday evening. Quite a few dispersed spots, kinda close to one another- everyone was respectful. The road behind this gets a great view of Mt. Hood!!
No amenities. Dry camping!
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Camping near Government Camp, Oregon, offers a fantastic escape into nature with stunning views and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to pitch a tent or a place to park your RV, there are several campgrounds that cater to all kinds of campers.
Camping near Government Camp, Oregon, has something for everyone, from stunning views to family-friendly activities. Just be sure to plan ahead and know what to expect!
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According to TheDyrt.com, Government Camp, OR offers a wide range of camping options, with 325 campgrounds and RV parks near Government Camp, OR and 42 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Government Camp, OR is Trillium Lake with a 4.4-star rating from 49 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 42 free dispersed camping spots near Government Camp, OR.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 21 parks near Government Camp, OR that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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